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Nicholas Hytner - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 07, 1956 |
|---|---|
| Age | 69 |
| Birthplace | Manchester, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Nicholas Hytner's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Artistic Director of the National Theatre, director of 'The History Boys' and 'The Madness of King George' |
Intro
Nicholas Hytner is a renowned English theatre and film director, best known for his work as the Artistic Director of the National Theatre in London and for directing the acclaimed film adaptation of 'The History Boys.'
Early Life & Background
Nicholas Hytner was born in Manchester, England, in 1956. He was educated at Manchester Grammar School and later read English at Trinity Hall, Cambridge, where he became involved with student theatre productions.
Career Highlights
- Served as Artistic Director of the National Theatre in London from 2003 to 2015
- Directed the original stage and film versions of 'The History Boys'
- Directed the Academy Award-winning film 'The Madness of King George' (1994)
- Co-founded the Bridge Theatre in London in 2017
Trivia
- Under his direction, the National Theatre became known for its NT Live cinema productions.
- He was knighted in 2010 for services to drama.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Nicholas Hytner?
Nicholas Hytner is 69 years old.
When was Nicholas Hytner born?
Nicholas Hytner was born the 7 May 1956.
Where is Nicholas Hytner from?
Manchester, England.
On His Birth-Day
About May 7th, 1956, in brief:
- Historical events: The Battle of Oran occurred on May 7, 1956, during the Algerian War of Independence. This conflict was part of the larger struggle for Algeria's independence from French colonial rule.
- Day of the week: May 7th, 1956 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Moonglow And Theme From Picnic by George Cates
- #1 UK song: No Other Love by Ronnie Hilton
- Popular movie: The Ten Commandments directed by Cecil B. DeMille
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